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    Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA)

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    Atlanta, USMMSc-PA/MPHIn-person3 years
    $169,489.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    54
    Cohort
    students
    155
    Credits
    $225.00
    App fee

    Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University is a 155-credit, 3-year, in-person MMSc-PA/MPH program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $169,489.

    About the program

    Dual degree combining Physician Assistant training with Master of Public Health. Covers clinical PA skills including didactic and clinical rotations, plus MPH core courses, departmental courses, practicum, and often a thesis, focusing on areas like community health promotion, global healthcare, health administration, clinical research, and population health.

    Focus: both
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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jun 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min PA: minimum total score of 93 with a speaking score of 26; MPH/RSPH: 79-80 (iBT)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min MPH/RSPH: 6.0 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $13,842.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University is $169,489 across 155 required credits.
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University online or in-person?
    Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University is offered in-person.
    How long does Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University take to complete?
    Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University is structured around 3 years and 155 credits.
    What GPA is required for Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How large is the Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University cohort?
    Dual Degree: Master of Public Health / Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (MPH/MMSc-PA) at Emory University typically enrolls around 54 students per cohort.